TAXPAYER''S OUTREACH PROGRAMME HELD AT DRM OFFICE, WALTAIR DIVISION IN VISAKHAPATNAM The Waltair Division, in collaboration with the Visakhapatnam Income Tax Department, organized a Taxpayer’s Outreach Programme at the DRM Office, Dondaparthi, Visakhapatnam. This initiative was aimed at educating railway employees on the importance of timely Income Tax Return (ITR) filing, correct claims for exemptions and deductions, and the potential consequences of tax filing errors. Notable Speakers: Shri Manoj Kumar Sahoo, ADRM (Operations) Shri Ranjan Mohanty, Senior Divisional Personnel Officer (Sr.DPO), Waltair Division Shri P.V. Seshagiri Rao, IRS, Assistant Commissioner of Income Tax, Visakhapatnam Other Attendees: Assistant Personnel Officers Shri A. Venkateswara Rao and Shri D.V. Appa Rao Income Tax Officer Shri Anirudh Atreya Additional officials from the Railways and Income Tax Department Key Points Covered: Emphasis on meeting deadlines for ITR filing to avoid penalties and interest. Guidance on correct procedures for claiming exemptions and deductions. Discussion of risks associated with incorrect claims and the option to file updated returns. Shri Manoj Kumar Sahoo underscored the significance of accurate tax filing in supporting national revenue and encouraged employees to stay informed and proactive about their tax obligations. The programme was well-received, with participants appreciating the clear instructions and practical advice provided.

DR. SIDH KUMAR VISITS DR. B.R. AMBEDKAR CHAIR AT ANDHRA UNIVERSITY Dr. Sidh Kumar, Director of the Dr. Ambedkar Foundation (DAF) under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India, visited the Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Chair at Andhra University. The visit was marked by an engaging discussion with the Chair Professor, Prof. James Stephen Meka, about the Chair''s various activities and research initiatives. Prof. Stephen highlighted the Chair’s extensive research contributions, particularly its efforts to integrate technology with social needs. He also showcased the Chair’s diverse activities aimed at promoting Dr. B.R. Ambedkar''s ideology, focusing on social justice, equality, and empowerment through innovative approaches. Dr. Sidh Kumar expressed satisfaction with the Chair’s operations and praised Prof. Stephen for his innovative leadership. He underscored the alignment of the Chair''s activities with the Ministry''s objectives and offered valuable guidance on enhancing the research quality of the Chair’s doctoral fellows, Mr. Yadala Pravin Kumar and Mr. Kuvala Raj Kumar. The visit concluded with Prof. Stephen acknowledging Dr. Kumar’s commitment to overseeing all Ambedkar Chairs nationwide. As a token of appreciation, Prof. Stephen presented Dr. Kumar with two of his recently authored books. The Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Chair at Andhra University continues its mission to advance the principles of social justice and empowerment under the esteemed guidance of Prof. James Stephen Meka